CPW takes possession of North Shore Marina at Lake Pueblo State Park
PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) -- Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) will take possession of the North Shore Marina at Lake Pueblo State Park on Nov. 1 after the current operator surrendered her contract to the state this week.
The marina had its power cut off unexpectedly on Sept. 28 due to being "dangerously out of compliance" with the National Electrical Code. When asked by KRDO, the current operator said she believes the problem will cost millions of dollars to fix.
On Oct. 11, CPW said boat owners should make plans to permanently leave the marina before the end of the year.
Now, CPW reports they hope to quickly turn over operations of the marina on an interim basis to a new business that would operate it until a formal, long-term contract can be negotiated and signed. If a new operator can be found, CPW said they intend for the new operator to perform repairs to the marina’s electric system to allow bubblers to operate all winter to prevent ice from forming in the marina allowing boats to remain docked there.
"At this point, we probably have more questions than answers. We ask for patience as we work through some complicated issues in the coming days and weeks," said Joe Stadterman, Lake Pueblo Park Manager.
“The main message here is that people and their boats can stay put, for now. But stay tuned. We must find an operator first," Stadterman added.
CPW said they intend to issue current slip renters a permit allowing them to remain in their slips through the end of the year when new contracts with the interim operator would be negotiated and signed. Until a new, interim operator is found, CPW does not intend to reopen the marina store or sell fuel. However, it will keep the boat pump-out station and restrooms operational at this time.
